Can an enlarged thyroid be cured?

Goiter refers to an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. The treatment method for goiter depends on its cause and the severity of the condition, which can be analyzed from the following aspects:

1. General treatment: For goiter caused by iodine deficiency, symptoms can generally be effectively relieved, and even the goiter can return to normal, by supplementing adequate iodine through iodine-containing medications or consumption of seafood.

2. Medication therapy: For goiter caused by hypothyroidism, hormone replacement therapy, such as taking thyroid tablets, can effectively control the condition and may reduce the size of the enlarged thyroid. If thyroid function is affected, such as in cases of hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, long-term medication may be required to maintain normal thyroid hormone levels.

3. Surgical treatment: For goiter caused by thyroid nodules or tumors that are compressing the trachea or other tissues, ultrasound examination and fine-needle aspiration biopsy can be used to determine the nature of the growth, and surgical removal may be necessary to relieve symptoms.

Goiter is a common condition, usually caused by various factors, and most cases can be effectively treated.